Malaysia’s Fiscal Deficit To Narrow, But Spending Risks Persist - BMI

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- BMI has maintained its forecast for Malaysia’s fiscal deficit to narrow to 3.4 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2027 from an estimated 3.6 per cent in 2026.

CPO Prices Expected At RM4,400-RM4,600/mt As El NiÑo Raises 2027 Outlook - Analysts

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) prices are expected to remain under pressure from high stockpiles and seasonal production, with the possibility of El Niño supporting prices in 2027, according to research houses.

Bursa Malaysia Stays Lower At Mid-Morning On Mild Profit Taking

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia stayed lower at mid-morning on Tuesday amid mild profit-taking in selected heavyweight counters, as geopolitical tensions rose after attacks on Saudi Arabia. 

Budget 2027 Strengthens Sustainability, Climate Resilience Agenda - Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Budget 2027 reinforces Malaysia’s sustainability policy direction across decarbonisation, climate resilience and social inclusion, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).

Corporate Malaysia Advised To Leverage Budget 2027 For Transformation

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Corporate Malaysia should leverage the opportunities under Budget 2027 to step up investment, improve productivity and build more sustainable and competitive businesses, according to CGS International Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd (CGS MY).

Budget 2027: Tax Relief To Boost Consumer Spending, Says Rakuten Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Rakuten Trade Sdn Bhd sees the consumer sector as the main beneficiary of Budget 2027, in view of the individual income tax relief that could strengthen spending power among middle-income Malaysians. 

Govt Committed To Controlling Prices Following Minimum Wage Hike - Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- The government will continue to strengthen efforts to stabilise the prices of essential goods to address concerns over rising living costs following the implementation of the RM2,000 minimum wage effective June 2027.

IJM Shares Fall Despite Securing RM1.23 Bln Construction Contract In Kedah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- IJM Corporation Bhd shares fell in early trading today despite its unit securing a RM1.23 billion construction contract in Kedah.

Global Economy To Decelerate To 3.1 Pct In 2026 Before Recovering To 3.4 Pct In 2027 - IMF

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Global growth is projected to decelerate to 3.1 per cent in 2026 from 3.5 per cent in 2025 before recovering to 3.4 per cent in 2027, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).  

Budget 2027: Wage Growth Depends On Productivity, Investment - CIMB

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Higher wages under Budget 2027 will require productivity gains, business investment and technology adoption to sustain competitiveness and create better jobs, according to CIMB Treasury and Markets Research.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower As Geopolitical Risks, Oil Prices Weigh On Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia retreated to open lower on Tuesday, tracking Wall Street’s mixed performance overnight as persistent geopolitical uncertainties and rebounding oil prices weighed on market sentiment.

Budget 2027 Optimism Lifts Ringgit Despite External Headwinds

By Muhammaf Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi and Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- The ringgit edged higher against the US dollar at the opening, buoyed by optimism surrounding Budget 2027.